Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Lane Kiffin Adds Former Nick Saban Assistant to LSU Staff

Lane Kiffin Adds Former Nick Saban Assistant to LSU Staff

Summary

Lane Kiffin recently left Ole Miss to become the head coach at LSU. He has quickly assembled a new coaching team, including hiring Joe Houston, a former special-teams analyst under Nick Saban.

Key Facts

  • Lane Kiffin left Ole Miss to become LSU's head coach on November 30.
  • Kiffin brought several key Ole Miss staff members to LSU.
  • Joe Houston, who has experience with Alabama and Florida, joined LSU as a special-teams analyst.
  • Houston was a former USC kicker and has significant coaching experience.
  • His experience includes working at Iowa State and the New England Patriots.
  • Houston is expected to help recruit players and improve LSU's performance in field positions and special teams.
  • Kiffin has a history of working with Nick Saban, including during Alabama's 2015 national championship win.

Source Information